We may be going away on this date and perhaps need a housesitter. However, from mid-June to end of August we could be absent also.
The ideal would be for somebody who is prepared to pay a nominal amount - say %80 per week and in return the fairly low-maintenance garden would just need a bit of tlc and the pool cleaned/chlorinated occasionally. Probably no animals, although there may be a small dog here some of the time. Outside dog that just comes in for a few hours and sits on mat early - mid evening. Doesn't require daily walk, just a stroll two or three times a week.
References from mature, professional, honest and ethical housesitters required.